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Three friends killed as bus hits motorcycle in Faridpur

Two Saudi expatriates and a courier worker died after the collision on the Dhaka

The Daily Star 30 Aug 2026 11:09 am

Patar Bashori shoot allegedly damages historic Sardar Bari in Sonargaon

The Sonargaon History, Heritage and Archaeological Resources Conservation Committee has called for an independent investigation into the recent shooting of the song

The Daily Star 30 Aug 2026 10:59 am

Rubel, Ripon

Bangladesh High Performance (HP) squad

The Daily Star 30 Aug 2026 10:24 am

US Open top seed Zverev downplays favorite status

The US Open looks more open than ever, and top-seeded Alexander Zverev says the absence of Jannik Sinner and questions surrounding defending champion Carlos Alcaraz as he returns from injury do little to enhance his own status as favorite.

The Daily Star 30 Aug 2026 10:12 am

Nepal flood survivors return to ruins to salvage memories

The village of Dhunge, once home to roughly 150 families, now lies in ruins, reduced to a swampy expanse with an ominous rotting stench one of dozens of settlements obliterated by the Himalayan floods.

The Hindu 30 Aug 2026 10:09 am

Killing of Palestinian children and teens by Israel surges in West Bank

B'Tselem, an Israeli rights group, reported 235 children and teenagers killed by Israeli forces in the West Bank since October 7, 2023 when Hamas launched a massive attack on Israel from the Gaza Strip through June 2026, including five killed by Israeli settlers

The Hindu 30 Aug 2026 9:04 am

Nepal flash floods renews focus on regional preparedness

Joydeep Gupta An entire mountainside of ice and rock fell into the Lhende Khola river on the Tibet-Nepal border, on the morning of August 26,triggering an earthquakeand a flood that rose nine metres, killing hundreds, sweeping away at least six dams and hydropower stations, over a dozen crucial bridges, homes, roads and even aherd of [] The post Nepal flash floods renews focus on regional preparedness appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 30 Aug 2026 7:30 am

Ukraine's nuclear plant has lost power supply: IAEA

The plant, which needs power to keep its six non-operating reactors cool, has only a ten-day diesel supply on site, the International Atomic Energy Agency said in a statement.

The Hindu 30 Aug 2026 1:36 am

No enforced disappearances or extrajudicial killings in last 6 months: Home minister

Says new law provides for court access and maximum punishment of death for enforced disappearance

The Daily Star 30 Aug 2026 12:46 am

Extremists created a climate of fear using mob culture post uprising: Dr Kamal

Gono Forum founder urges unity against extremism, extortion, land grabbing and mob culture

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 10:10 pm

Snubbed for national team, Cuba Mitchell removes Bangladesh photos from Instagram

Cuba Mitchell has removed all Bangladesh-related photographs from his Instagram account amid growing uncertainty over his involvement with the national team.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 10:05 pm

61-yr-old sent to jail over alleged rape of 9-yr-old in Mymensingh

Police say accused took the victim to a banana plantation and threatened her

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 9:51 pm

Apex launches biodegradable bags amid plastic concerns

Apex Footwear has introduced biodegradable shopping bags, replacing conventional plastic ones, for its customers amid growing concern over the widespread use of plastic in Bangladesh and its impact on the environment.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 9:42 pm

Franchises seek five-year BPL calendar

Rangpur Riders managing director and CEO Ishtiaque Sadeque questioned the sustainability of the current model, admitting that the franchise still has payments pending for some local and overseas players from the latest edition.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 8:24 pm

Rangamati hanging bridge submerged as Kaptai Lake rises

Low-lying areas of Baghaichhari inundated; 16 spillway gates of Kaptai Dam may open tonight

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 8:14 pm

Man detained in Jashore over

Police say Robiul removed the post after criticism from locals

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 7:48 pm

Maersk wants to invest in Bangladesh

Danish envoy, AP Moller top brass meet Bangladesh commerce minister

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 7:33 pm

Mbappe worthy of Ballon d'Or: Mourinho

The France captain is among the contenders for the Ballon d'Or after finishing last season as the top scorer in La Liga, the Champions League and the 2026 World Cup, despite failing to win a major trophy.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 7:27 pm

PM orders relocation of Karwan Bazar kitchen market to Gabtoli

Instructs authorities to take necessary steps to reduce traffic congestion in Dhaka

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 7:20 pm

No fertiliser crisis in Bangladesh: Agriculture minister

Aminur Rashid says the country has 16 lakh tonnes more fertiliser than its annual requirement, blames

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 7:03 pm

Health minister orders transfer of pharmacist absent from duty in Habiganj

Sakhawat Husain also expresses dissatisfaction over hospital cleanliness

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 6:49 pm

3 more die with measles-like symptoms, combined death toll hits 963

DGHS reports 886 new suspected measles and 57 new confirmed cases in 24 hours

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 6:33 pm

The Daily Star journalist assaulted by Chhatra Dal activists in Jhenaidah

Jhenaidah Press Club president accused of threatening Sohag over news report

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 6:20 pm

Customs seize Khulna-bound imported board in Old Dhaka

10 trucks carrying the goods went missing from their designated route a day ago

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 6:10 pm

Chattogram Port remains 68th busiest container port globally

On Chattogram Port, Lloyd's said that growth remained modest

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 4:59 pm

Police constable suspended after allegedly trying to flee with motorcycle during trial ride

Locals detain him in Golapganj after he tried to flee

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 4:34 pm

2 more die of dengue, 996 hospitalised in 24 hours

Death toll this year rises to 90

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 4:18 pm

Headteacher dies after falling from rickshaw during mugging attempt near parliament

She was going to see a doctor when two alleged muggers tried to snatch her bag, causing her to fall from the rickshaw

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 3:40 pm

What it takes to become a CIP

Under the government

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 3:15 pm

What comes next for Messi after a cruel summer?

For years, Messi's future has been discussed almost entirely in terms of trophies, contracts and performances. Now the question is more personal. Does he still want the demands that come with being Messi?

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 3:14 pm

Hasnat regrets

NCP leader says his remarks in parliament created a misunderstanding with the people of the district

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 2:52 pm

PM pledges to fulfil aspirations of martyrs, victims of democratic movements

Tarique Rahman says govt will make utmost efforts despite practical difficulties

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 2:48 pm

Dhaka-Chattogram highway congestion eases in Narayanganj, persists in Munshiganj

Severe tailbacks stretch from the Meghna bridge through Gajaria and Bhaberchar to Gouripur, stranding passengers for hours

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 2:28 pm

Jashore-Narail highway emerges as key gold-smuggling route

11 carriers caught but the masterminds are still out there, BGB official says

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 2:15 pm

Nepal flash floods: Death toll crosses 600, rescue operations continue

Guwahati: The death toll from the flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border has reached at least 616, Nepal Police said on Saturday. Thousands of people are still missing, while rescue teams remain engaged in efforts to find them. Chinese state media has reported seven additional deaths, putting the overall toll from the disaster at no [] The post Nepal flash floods: Death toll crosses 600, rescue operations continue appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 29 Aug 2026 1:40 pm

Three murdered in three districts, 5-year-old

Three people were murdered in separate incidents in Habiganj, Gazipur and Rangpur between yesterday evening and this morning, while the body of a five-year-old boy was recovered from a river in Gazipur.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 12:55 pm

Nepal floods leave trail of destruction, aid challenge

The Nepal Electricity Authority said 11 hydropower stations and one solar power station had stopped operating, with a combined capacity of 431.1 megawatts

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 12:54 pm

What happens if Alvarez stays at Atletico?

If Alvarez stays, Simeone will almost certainly have to keep using him. The question is whether he can get the same player back.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 12:47 pm

'Mugger' accidentally stabbed to death by associate during snatching in Kadamtali

Police say three suspected muggers surrounded two pedestrians before one of them was stabbed

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 12:20 pm

I had to turn my eyes away: Search for loved ones missing in Nepal flood turns grim in Kathmandu

Outside the TUTH gate, families and friends of those reported missing gathered on the road, desperate for any news on the whereabouts of their loved ones

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 11:38 am

Nepal flood death toll rises to 633, nearly 3,000 missing

Rescuers in Nepal and China were still battling Saturday to locate thousands of people missing days after a deadly, tsunami-like wall of water and debris swept through the Himalayan region

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 11:29 am

Teenage boy 'tortured' over mosque microphone theft accusation in Lalmonirhat

His mother has filed a case naming three suspects as police hunt for those involved

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 10:22 am

England pace quartet might keep Archer going until he is 40

Jofra Archer said he might play until I'm 40 thanks to the benefits of being a member of England's new-look fast-bowling quartet.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 10:15 am

Road repairs trigger long tailback on Dhaka-Chattogram highway

Traffic from Daudkandi to Meghna Toll Plaza slows to a crawl, leaving commuters stranded for hours

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 10:12 am

Alcaraz anxious after layoff but feels 'great' about wrist ahead of US Open defense

Carlos Alcaraz said Friday he feels at 100 percent ahead of his defense of the US Open, but acknowledged feeling anxious after a four-month layoff due to a wrist injury.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 10:00 am

Nepal floods: 12 Assam residents untraced, says Himanta Biswa Sarma; two later confirmed safe

Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on August 28 that the state government has so far identified 12 people from Assam who remain untraced in Nepal following the flash flood disaster. Sarma said efforts are underway to establish contact with the people on the list and ensure their safe rescue. He said details [] The post Nepal floods: 12 Assam residents untraced, says Himanta Biswa Sarma; two later confirmed safe appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 29 Aug 2026 9:50 am

Nepal flood death toll rises to 616: police

Chinese state media had earlier confirmed seven dead, taking the total killed to at least 623 dead

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 9:44 am

Kane confirms talks on Bayern extension

Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane confirmed on Friday he has started talks to extend his deal at the German champions beyond 2027.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 9:40 am

Maresca salutes 'unbelievable' Cherki

Enzo Maresca hailed Rayan Cherki's unbelievable performance in Manchester City's 4-1 thrashing of Crystal Palace on Friday.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 9:15 am

U.S. diplomats and family members slowly begin to return to West Asian embassies

We remain committed to supporting our workforce and their families throughout this process and will provide updates through appropriate channels as decisions are made, said the U.S. State Department

The Hindu 29 Aug 2026 9:04 am

Artemis II astronauts receive nation's highest space honour for their successful moonshot

The President called the newest recipients four intrepid space heroes

The Hindu 29 Aug 2026 9:01 am

Marquinhos rescues last-gasp draw for PSG at Lille in Ligue 1

Captain Marquinhos headed in a dramatic last-gasp equaliser as Paris Saint-Germain scored twice in stoppage time to snatch a 2-2 draw at Lille in Ligue 1 on Friday.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 8:52 am

Bayern steamroll Stuttgart in Bundesliga opener

Michael Olise and Luis Diaz were among five goalscorers as Bayern Munich cruised to a 5-1 home win over Stuttgart in Friday's Bundesliga opener.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 8:30 am

Mother reunited with 8-year-old who climbed trees to survive Nepal floods

Zoyal Ghale and his brother had been at school when the disaster struck

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 8:18 am

Four-wicket Robinson stars as Pakistan collapse in second Test

Ollie Robinson took a sensational 4-11 in 13 overs as Pakistan collapsed to 110 all out in the second Test against England at Lord's on Friday.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 8:17 am

War weighs on Iran's economy as US intensifies sanctions

Iranian president says foreign trade down 35% due to sanctions and blockade

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 8:11 am

US judge throws out confessions of alleged 9/11 mastermind: report

This week, the trial date for Mohammed and three others accused plotters was set for June 5, 2028 at the US naval base in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 8:10 am

Nepal needs help in technical areas, not search and rescue, Foreign Minister says

Earlier on Friday (August 28, 2026), Nepals Foreign Ministry had said that Kathmandu could manage the rescue efforts on its own for now and declined foreign involvement

The Hindu 29 Aug 2026 8:08 am

Trump says US is taking partial control of Venezuela's vast oil reserves

Rubio says deal will boost investment in Venezuela, curb US gasoline prices

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 8:04 am

2,478 still missing in Nepal-Tibet flash floods; 586 deaths confirmed so far

The figures are likely to change, which is not uncommon in the chaos after a major disaster.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 7:49 am

Trump announces deal for huge US stake in Venezuelan oil reserves

The deal -- which Trump proclaimed as he biggest oil deal in world history -- will bring nearly $100 billion in private investment to Venezuela, US and Venezuelan officials said.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 7:41 am

China pushes for APEC free trade area agreement

Antara News 29 Aug 2026 7:32 am

I just kept playing and playing

On his first overseas tour, the 30-year-old has emerged as a standout performer, taking 20 wickets in six matches, including a five-wicket haul against NT Strike on Friday that helped secure the Bangladeshi side

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 7:30 am

Star Wars Zero Company

-Electronic Arts Inc. and Bit Reactor, in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games, announced today that

Antara News 29 Aug 2026 4:33 am

It runs in the family

Bangladesh paddlers Shamanta Hossain Tushi (L) and Sonom Sultana Soma (R) were locked in during Friday's intense training session at the Shaheed Taj Uddin Ahmed Indoor Stadium in Paltan.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 1:24 am

8-year-old girl killed in Bogura; locals beat accused before police rescue

Amena Khatun died on the way to hospital after being attacked near her home in Nandigram, police say

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 12:58 am

Tigers return home after historic Australia tour

The Bangladesh Test side touched down in Dhaka on Friday, welcomed with flowers by members of the Bangladesh Cricket Board after a memorable tour of Australia.

The Daily Star 29 Aug 2026 12:55 am